VINELink vs DC Courts Mobile

The VINELink.com app allows victims and concerned citizens to access the nation’s leading offender information and victim notification network, VINE (Victim Information & Notification Everyday), conveniently from their mobile devices. The VINE service is free and offers users the following features and benefits: • Access the VINE online portal 24/7/365 • View offender custody status information from over 2,900 law enforcement agencies across 48 states (data availability is determined by agency) • Register for offender custody change notifications by in-app notification, phone, email, text message (where available) or TTY device

DC Courts Mobile The DC Courts Mobile application provides convenient access to publicly available court information and selected court services from a mobile device. Users can search for case information, view court calendars, access remote hearing resources, and locate general court information. The application is intended to support legal professionals, jurors, litigants, and members of the public in navigating the court system and staying informed about court activity. Application Functions Case Search Users may search for cases by case number, party name, or date range. Available case details may include case status, scheduled court dates, and, in some instances, document images. Not all case information is available online. Court Calendars Users can view current Superior Court case calendars and upcoming Court of Appeals oral argument schedules. Remote Hearing Access Where applicable, users may access links to join eligible remote hearings or view live or recorded oral arguments. Court rules and policies regarding recording or rebroadcasting apply. Court Information The application provides general information to assist court visitors, including directions to court locations, courthouse services, interpreter request resources, accessibility information, and links to legal help. The DC Courts Mobile application is provided as an informational resource and does not replace official court notices, filings, or communications.